January 13, 2010

This regular meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by Supervisor Keith Batman with the following present:
Supervisor : Keith Batman
Council Members: Mark Malys, Greg Rury, Keith Welch, Gary Whitten
Highway Superintendent:  Ron Walter
Town Clerk : Judith Rowlands
County Legislator: George Fearon
Guests: Anthony Reuter, Ken Keppel

WELCOME GUESTS: Anthony Reuter asked about the status of bringing broadband to Scipio, and Supervisor Batman summarized progress, and reported that the town in partnership with other towns and Clarity Connect has submitted an application for stimulus grant funds. We are waiting for a response. George Fearon reported that the county is in the process of working on a wireless connection project for 911 emergency communications, which may affect availability of wireless Internet access for residents of the county.  Ken Keppel reported on drainage problems on Firelane 20; Highway Superintendent Ron Walter agreed to give it his attention and see what solutions are possible.
 
MOTION: To accept the minutes of the December 30, 2009 year-end meeting as revised by adding Becky Rury to the guest list. (Malys/Welch).  

All in favor.   


REPORTS:

Supervisor:  

RESOLUTION: To approve the following budget transfers for 2009:

(Malys/Whitten).  Batman, Malys, Rury, and Whitten in favor; Welch abstained.


Highway Superintendent:  Ron Walter reported on equipment maintenance, and said that the town will not be plowing for the county this year.

Comprehensive Plan Committee:  Keith Welch reported that the last meeting was not well attended.  Keith Batman agreed to call Jeanie Gleisner for a status report.

Elected Officials:  George Fearon offered information that the town could make restrictions about building in areas with drainage concerns through changes in the Zoning Law.


OLD BUSINESS:

RESOLUTION: To accept the Supervisor’s Report for November 2009. (Malys/Rury).  Batman, Malys, Rury, and Whitten in favor, Welch abstained.


NEW BUSINESS:

MOTION: To approve the following appointments, committees, etc.:

All appointments are for January 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 unless otherwise indicated.

MEETING NIGHT:                             Second Wednesday of each month at 7:00 pm.
OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER:                The Citizen
OFFICIAL BANK:                              Bank of America
MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT:     Federal rate
 
Signers on Town Bank Accounts:       Keith Batman, Mark Malys
Signers on Credit Card:                       Keith Batman, Ronald Walter, Judith Rowlands
Signers on Staples Credit Card:          Keith Batman, Judith Rowlands, or others

COMMITTEES:
Highway: Rury, Welch
Building: Whitten, Malys
Newsletter: Rowlands, Batman, Becky Rury
 
APPROVE                   PREPAYMENT:            Electric and Telephone bills
CONTRACTS:            Cemetery Mowing
Fire Department
(Rury/Malys).  All in favor.

Spring Clean up Day was scheduled for Saturday May 8th from 10 am to 4 pm.
 
COMMUNICATIONS:
The Cayuga County Fire Mutual Aid Annex was circulated, and copies will be available for review at the town office. Vote will be taken at the February 10th meeting.
 
POINTS OF INFORMATION:
Sales Tax received for 2009 was $74,007 as compared to $78,422 in 2008.
 
MOTION: To accept and approve the following vouchers for payment:

(Malys/Rury). All in favor.

MOTION: To adjourn the meeting at 8:25 pm. (Malys/Whitten). All in favor.

The next regular meeting is scheduled for Wednesday February 10th at 7:00 pm. Zoning Officer Mike O’Connor will be presenting an update report, and imposing penalties for permit violations will be addressed. Mark Malys will not be able to attend the meeting.

Respectfully submitted,

Judith Rowlands, Clerk